The Solomon Islands and Hong Kong, China, are both eager to claim victory at the FIFA International “A” Friendlies tournament, taking place tomorrow at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. Captain Michael Lea’alafa of the Solomon Islands acknowledged the strong skills of the Hong Kong team and emphasized the need for vigilance in their preparation and on-field performance.
Lea’alafa expressed enthusiasm for the chance to play, stating, “It is always a blessing to play a football game, and all the boys are looking forward to this game.” He recognized the significance of the upcoming match against Hong Kong as part of their preparation for the World Cup qualifiers, viewing it as an opportunity to maintain their momentum and identify areas for improvement.
On the other side, Hong Kong captain Matthew Orr noted that the team is adjusting to the physical demands of their long travel to Fiji and is focusing on recovery and physical readiness ahead of their match with the Solomon Islands. Even though it is their first time in Fiji, Orr and his squad are determined to secure a victory.
“The last couple of days it’s been quite a long travel down here, so it’s been more about focusing on recovery and making sure our body is alright before the match,” Orr commented.
The match is set to kick off at 7 PM.